2nd Battalion, 15th Field Artillery Regiment, Changes Command

Photo By Sgt. 1st Class Mark Moore | Soldiers assigned to 2nd Battalion, 15th Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division (LI), alongside battery commanders and guidons, salute during the playing of the national anthem during a change of command ceremony held at Magrath Sports Complex Field June 6. The 2-15th FA's history dates back to World War I and was officially established June 1, 1917. Nearly 70 years ago today during World War II, they stormed the beaches of Omaha on D-Day.  

FORT DRUM, NY, UNITED STATES

06.06.2014

Story by Sgt. Mark Moore 

2nd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division Public Affairs

FORT DRUM. N.Y. - Soldiers assigned to 2nd Battalion, 15th Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division (LI), alongside Family members, friends and distinguished guests bid farewell to Lt. Col. Christopher W. Wendland and welcomed Lt. Col. Kevin L. Jackson during a Change of Command ceremony June 6 at the Magrath Sports Complex Field.

2-15th FA's history dates back to WW1 and was officially established in June 1, 1917 in Syracuse, N.Y. Nearly 70 years ago today during WWII they stormed the beaches of Omaha on D-Day+1.

Upholding the rich history and traditions of the "Allons" battalion has been Lt. Col. Wendland who commanded the battalion during their most recent deployment to Paktika province, Afghanistan.

In his closing remarks Wendland recognized those in attendance for their support, mentorship and positive influences, reassuring Lt. Col. Jackson, a native of Chicago, that the Soldiers before him will not fail.

"The men and women before you will never fail, the fabric of 'Allons' is made up to too many incredible leaders and Soldiers to ever not surpass all expectations."

• Date Taken: 06.06.2014
• Date Posted: 06.06.2014 13:33
• Story ID: 132307
• Location: FORT DRUM, NY, US